2003 BENTLEY ARNAGE R Recalls (3)

Campaign:
03V127000 on 04/20/2003
Component:
Steering:hydraulic power assist:hose, piping, and connections
Manufactured:
11/05/2002 - 01/13/2003
Affected:
37
Defect:
The flexible hose carrying central hydraulic system fluid between the regulator and the accumulator could leak.
Consequence:
Leaking fluid could deplete the reservoir and cause a loss of power assist to the steering and braking systems, increasing the risk of a crash.
Correction:
Dealers will replace the hose. owner notification is expected to begin april 7, 2003. owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact bentley at 1-800-777-6923.
Notes:
Customers can also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-888-dash-2-dot (1-888-327-4236).

Campaign:
03V367000 on 10/14/2003
Component:
Fuel system, gasoline:delivery:hoses, lines/piping, and fittings
Manufactured:
02/14/2002 - 07/23/2003
Affected:
343
Defect:
On certain passenger and limousine vehicles, contact can occur between a brake pipe or fuel pipe and the antilock braking system (abs) modulator pump. should this happen, it could result in eventual abrasive damage to either pipe, leading to possible leakage.
Consequence:
This could affect the stopping distance when the brakes are applied, which could result in a crash, or a fire could result if there is leakage from the fuel line.
Correction:
Dealers will inspect the installation of the affected components and, if necessary, replace it with a new one. owner notification began october 7, 2003. owners should contact bentley at 1-800-777-6923.
Notes:
Bentley recall no. re03/03.customers can also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-888-dash-2-dot (1-888-327-4236).

Campaign:
04V130000 on 03/21/2004
Component:
Fuel system, gasoline:fuel injection system
Manufactured:
08/31/2001 - 02/28/2004
Affected:
529
Defect:
On certain passenger vehicles and limousines, the fuel feed line quick connector may disengage, allowing fuel leakage.
Consequence:
Fuel leakage in the presence of an ignition source could result in a fire.
Correction:
Dealers will remove the quick release collar, ensure full engagement, and install a safety clip. owner notification began on march 23, 2004. owners should contact bentley at 1-800-777-6923.
Notes:
Bentley recall no. re04/02. customers can also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-888-dash-2-dot (1-888-327-4236).

2003 BENTLEY ARNAGE R TSB

Bulletin:
2051187.1
Component:
060000 engine and engine cooling
Summary:
Poor engine running complaints (misfires) petrol engines only

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